Matthew Burton
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haha How true! I know that situation all too well
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Taylor Hamel shows a few options here [ame=http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fYHGg79dF3U]multiSLING 2 with ringLOOP - YouTube[/ame] I climb on a DRT system but for blocking down I've started choking my main cimbing line back on itself through a bowline (essentially creating an srt system). If you dont like the idea of rope on rope you could add a ring in (ideally not a karabiner as it's be loaded badly against the stem). On my DRT system i'm backing up my hitch with a munter hitch through a karabiner attached to my leg loop but I'd assume you'd be ok with just your SRT setp. As taylor mentions if you leave the tail on the bowline long enough you can decend safely on the false anchor you've created then strop in and pull on the tail bringing the whole thing into reach. Matt
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As john says, with sombody stood on the bottom you can get pretty much right to the top leaving just enough to lean your shins on. Fraction scary though....
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Really enjoyed it, so much so infact that I bought myself a copy at the arb show I posted it on to Terri tibbs 10 days ago. Hope everyone learns as much as I have. Thanks for the opportunity Hama! Matt -
I'm looking for anyone able to give me any opportunity to get involved with some forestry work. I'm not looking for a wage at this stage just the chance to learn. I'm competant on a saw and always willing to get stuck in. I'd be greatful of any small ammount of time you could give me to get an insight into this side of our industry, anything from thinning to milling and everything in between is of interest. I'm willing to travel. Thanks Matt.
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I had a really good day, stihl demmo stand was really good, learnt lots.would have liked to see some more manufacturers there but it more than filled my day out. thanks to the organisers
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I've been put in a similar situation, not as experienced as Jeremy but substantially more than others at the firm I've left. This is my second week of freelanceand I'm yet to have a day off, already booked for next week and more people are taking an interest in having me in for work. Seems daunting but I'm finding it really enjoyable and much fairer pay. Make the most of the opportunity!
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Hi, welcome to arbtalk! Harness wise get what fits best and feels comfy! Try on as many different types as possible and see what you like. As for other climbing gear goes, you're best getting someone to show you the ropes (no pun intended) and see what system suits you best to get a bit more of an idea what you like and dislike before spending lots of money... Matt
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The book arrived today, just a matter of getting my head arround it!
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How far would you travel if your subbing for a company
Matthew Burton replied to plippy's topic in Employment
I travel 45 mins to and from the yard each day then anything from 20 mins to 3 hours travelling dependant on the job, money is always the main issue... -
Top chap to the rescue once again! Well done drew.
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I'm looking for any ammount of work as a Groundsman or climber, any distance considered. I'm a hard working team member or leader. Punctual, polite, tidily turned out and tidy in my work. I'm a competant climber and fast around the canopy, pleanty of experience at deadwooding, thinning and crown cleans. Some experience of dismantling and rigging. Have a little experience of reductions mainly on smaller trees. i have CS30, 31, 32, 38, 39, 40 a full UK drivers license Message me with any questions or for my CV/references. I take an interest in all aspects of my work everything from learning about trees to mechanicing. I spend as much free time as possible tree climbing and anyone willing to put some work my way would see my passion for trees and the job. Thanks for reading. Matt
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Had a large beech limb to remove from a customers drive this morning, still a fair breeze on here (staffs).
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I like the look of it other than the screw fastening on the air filter cover. I've seen the similar ones on the 192T get caught and fallen off whilst up a tree, as apposed to the recessed screw on the current 200t
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I know the county of salop (thats its proper name) fairly well. North of shrewsbury is quite an afluent farming area. South shropshire is the most layed back area I know in the country, the pace of life is very relaxing. A fantastic area in my eyes but each to their own.
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Thanks for all the replys chaps! I'm planning on getting an 18 and 25 inch bar for it, so if people think 25 inch will be ok, I'll probably go down that route to give me the versatility. Sounds like its all down to my sharpening...
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I'm shortly to be the owner of an ms460 mainly for arb work. I do however have access to some (more than i could use) 14+ inch diameter ash, pine and sycamore trunks. I'd like to have a go at milling some up for a range of uses. What length of bar would a 460 run well with ripping chain and consequently what size of alaskan mill am i after, producing what size of boards? Matt
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22 for another month...
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Would I be right in thinking that its not a requirement for a freelance employee to carry any insurance? So is perhaps in their interest to make sure they are not insured as an individual so It cant come back to them and their insurance?
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Cheers Hama! I shall eagerly await its arrival. Terry - If you pm your address to me i'll send it on to you either when I'm done with it or after 6 weeks, whichever arrives first
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Am i right in thinking then that if both the contractor and the free lanceclimber (working on the same job) had insurance, whoever caused the accident it would always come down to the contractors insurance? So the freelance climbers insurance is pointless until he takes a job on himself (possibly employing others)?
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Me please! I'm already looking forward to it. Will pm address etc. Matt
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Hamadryads book club
Matthew Burton replied to Tony Croft aka hamadryad's topic in Training & education
Top idea Hama! A fantastic opportunity for many who use these forums. I'd like to think it wont be abused as those with sufficient interest will know how much use they'll be to the next person -
I've been involved with a fair few LA jobs recently, mostly removing dangerous deadwood. Its nice to see some councils are a little more forward thinking than others and asking us to retain as much habbitat as possible natural fracture pruning, corronet cuts on larger wood, monoliths and stacking all we removed on site.
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I'm going to be there spectating and hoping to learn lots but 2 guys I work with have entered. Looking forward to it!
